Tightly Coupled GNSS+INS Technology Performance For Exceptional 3D, Continuous Position, Velocity & Attitude

SPAN
Tightly Coupled GNSS+INS Technology Performance for

Exceptional 3D, Continuous Position, Velocity & Attitude
SPAN Technology
NOVATEL’S SPAN TECHNOLOGY PROVIDES
CONTINUOUS 3D POSITIONING, VELOCITY AND
ATTITUDE DETERMINATION EVEN WHEN SATELLITE
RECEPTION MAY BE COMPROMISED FOR
SHORT PERIODS OF TIME.
SPAN integrates our industry leading Global Navigation Satellite The accuracy of SPAN products can be optimized with
System (GNSS) technology with Inertial Measurement Units best-in-class post-processing software from our Waypoint®
(IMUs) to create a tightly coupled GNSS+INS solution at data Products Group.
rates up to 200 Hz. A range of receiver, IMU and antenna For more information, go to www.novatel.com/waypoint.
options are available to meet accuracy and size requirements
for nearly any application.
For comprehensive SPAN information, visit

www.novatel.com/span
How SPAN works

GNSS Solution
With GNSS only positioning, navigating becomes unreliable or
impossible when satellites are blocked by obstructions such as
trees or buildings.
Drifting INS Solution
In the absence of an external reference, the Inertial Navigation
System (INS) solution will drift over time due to accumulated
errors in the IMU data.
True Path
SPAN solution
Continuously available and following the true path
SATELLITE Line-of-Sight
When combined, the two navigation techniques augment and enhance

each other to create a powerful positioning system. The absolute
position and velocity accuracy of the GNSS is used to compensate for
the errors in the IMU measurements. The stable relative position of the
INS can be used as a bridge to span times when the GNSS solution is
degraded or unavailable. Data is available in real-time or can be post-
processed for workflows requiring the most robust solution possible
and additional quality control.
Power Operating
Consumption Temperature
SPAN Enclosures
OEM615™ ProPak6™
»» Standalone metre-level to RTK centimetre-level positioning.
»» 4 GB onboard memory for data logging and easy storage and retrieval. -40°C to
3.5 W2 +75°C
Dimensions: 190 x 185 x 75 mm
Weight: 1.79 kg
GPS L1/L2/L2C + GLONASS L1/L2 + BeiDou1 + SBAS + L-Band
FlexPak6™
»» Houses NovAtel’s OEM628 GNSS receiver board.
»» Provides multiple communication options including Ethernet, USB and CAN bus. -40°C to
1.8 W3 +75°C
Weight: 337 g
FlexPak-S™
»» Houses NovAtel’s OEM625S GNSS receiver board.
»» Provides SAASM RTK with civil RTK fall back. -40°C to
4.9 W4 +65°C
Weight: <400 g
GPS L1/L2/L2C + GLONASS L1/L2 + SBAS
SPAN OEM Receiver Boards

OEM615™ & OEM617™
»» Smaller than the size of a business card, the OEM615 and OEM617 feature high
performance GNSS positioning with low power consumption.
-40°C to
<1.0 W5 +85°C
Weight: 24 g
GPS L1/L2/L2C + GLONASS L1/L2 + BeiDou1 (OEM617 only) + SBAS
OEM628™
»» High performance GNSS positioning with low power consumption.
»» Drop in replacement for NovAtel’s OEMV-2 GNSS receiver. -40°C to
1.3 W6 +85°C
Weight: 37 g
OEM625S™
»» High performance SAASM and civil GNSS positioning with low power consumption.
»» Provides SAASM RTK with civil RTK fall back. -40°C to
2.2 W4 +85°C
Weight: 56 g
OEM615™ OEM638™
»» The most advanced GNSS receiver within the OEM6 series of products.
»» 4 GB onboard memory for data logging and easy storage and retrieval.
-40°C to
2.8 W6 +85°C
Dimensions: 85 x 125 x 14.3 mm
Weight: 84 g
1. Requires OEM6.400 firmware or higher 3. Typical, GPS L1/L2 at 6 VDC with Ethernet disabled. 5. Typical, GPS L1/L2.
2. Model and/or configuration dependent. 4. Typical, GPS Civil + GGLONASS + SAASM 6. Typical, GPS L1/L2 with Ethernet disabled.
SPAN Combined GNSS+INS Systems
OEM615 SPAN-CPT™
»» Features NovAtel’s OEM628 GNSS receiver, fiber optic gyros and Micro Electromechanical Systems (MEMS)
accelerometers in one enclosure.
»» This product is not ITAR controlled, reducing cross border difficulties when operating in multiple countries.

Weight: 2.28 kg
Operating Temperature: -40°C to +65°C
OEM615™ SPAN-IGM-S1
OEM615™ »» Features the OEM615 receiver and STIM300 IMU.
»» The STIM300 is a tactical grade IMU with MEMS gyros and accelerometers.
»» Stacks with a FlexPak6 receiver to create a compact ALIGN® heading system.

Weight: 540 g
SPAN-IGM-A1
»» Features the OEM615 receiver and ADIS-16488 IMU.
»» The ADIS-16488 is a cost effective IMU with MEMS gyros and accelerometers.
»» Stacks with a FlexPak6 receiver to create a compact ALIGN® heading system.

Weight: 515 g
1. Requires OEM6.400 firmware or higher

SPAN SYSTEM ATTITUDE
ACCURACY (DEGREES) 1 RMS
IMU SPECS RTK2 Post Processed3 SPAN PERFORMANCE
Gyro Bias Stability
Gyro Technology
Export Control
Consumption
Turn On Bias
Data Rate
Heading
Heading
Power
Pitch
Pitch
Roll
Roll
Horizontal Position Error (m)

20.0 deg/hr
16 W (max)
1.0 deg/hr5
Commercial
100 Hz
0.020
0.020
0.060
0.008
0.008
0.035
FOG
Duration of Outage (s)
3D Velocity Error (m/s)

250.0 deg/hr
0.5 deg/hr5
Commercial
125 Hz
MEMS
0.015
0.015
0.080
0.006
0.006
0.019
6 W4

Heading Error (degrees)
720.0 deg/hr
5.0 deg/hr5
Commercial
200 Hz
MEMS
0.035
0.035
0.150
0.012
0.012
0.074
4 W4
1. When SPAN is in RTK mode. Based on 0 seconds outage duration.

2. 0 seconds outage on land vehicle application.
3. RMS, incremental error growth from steady state accuracy. Computed with GPS, RTK trajectory.
4. Typical, GPS + GLONASS only, 12 V, 25°C,
5. Values are in-run bias stability figures.
SPAN Inertial Measurement Units (IMUs)
High Performance IMUs
OEM615 ISA-100C
A near navigation grade IMU from Northrop-Grumman Litef GMBH. The low noise and stable biases of the
accelerometer and gyro sensors mean the ISA-100C is well suited for ground or airborne survey applications.
The ISA-100C is a commercially exportable IMU that offers the highest level of performance in our IMU portfolio.

Weight: 5.0 kg
OEM615™ LN200
The low noise, tactical grade LN200 is a proven sensor for airborne survey and mobile mapping applications.
The LN200 features closed-loop fiber optic gyros and solid state accelerometers.
The LN200 is available in the Universal IMU Enclosure (shown) or the SPAN IMU Enclosure.
Universal IMU Enclosure

Weight: 4.5 kg
SPAN IMU Enclosure

Weight: 3.0 kg
OEM615™ HG1700 AG58

The HG1700 AG58 is a tactical grade IMU from Honeywell containing ring-laser gyros and servo accelerometers.
With a Gyro Bias of 1 degree per hour, the economical HG1700 AG58 offers excellent performance.
The HG1700 AG58 is available in the Universal IMU Enclosure (shown) or the SPAN HG Enclosure.

Weight: 4.5 kg
SPAN HG Enclosure
Weight: 3.4 kg
OEM638™ IMU-FSAS
Small, tactical grade IMU consisting of three closed-loop fiber optic gyros and three servo accelerometers.
Manufactured in Germany, the IMU-FSAS is a good option for customers looking for a product without
International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) restrictions.

Weight: 2.1 kg
16 W 8W 16 W 18 W Power
Consumption
Varies ITAR ITAR Commercial Export Control
200 Hz 100 Hz 200 Hz 200 Hz Data Rate
<0.75 deg/hr 1.0 deg/hr 1.0 deg/hr 0.5 deg/hr Gyro Bias
IMU SPECS
FOG RLG FOG FOG Gyro Technology
+ + Available as OEM
0.008 0.010 0.010 0.007 Roll
0.008 0.010 0.010 0.007 Pitch

RTK2
0.023 0.021 0.020 0.010 Heading
0.004 0.005 0.005 0.003 Roll
0.004 0.005 0.005 0.003 Pitch

Post Processed3
0.013 0.008 0.007 0.004 Heading

Heading Error (degrees) 3D Velocity Error (m/s) Horizontal Position Error (m)
1. When SPAN is in RTK mode.

Computed with respect to full GPS, RTK trajectory.

3. RMS, incremental error growth from steady state accuracy.
SPAN PERFORMANCE
Mid Performance IMUs
OEM615™ OEM-HG1900
The HG1900 is a MEMS gyro based IMU manufactured by Honeywell. Economical, robust and small in size,
the low power HG1900 provides high end tactical grade performance for commercial and military guidance and
navigation applications.
The OEM-HG1900 requires a NovAtel MEMS Interface Card (MIC) to integrate with NovAtel GNSS receivers.
Dimensions: 92.7 mm dia max x 79.1 mm h

Weight: <460 g
KVH-1750
The IMU-KVH1750 offers tactical grade performance in a compact and rugged package with minimal power
consumption. It contains Fiber Optic gyros (FOG) and MEMS accelerometers.
Dimensions: 88.9 mm dia max x 73.7 mm h

Weight: <700 g
OEM615™ HG1700 AG62

The HG1700 AG62 is a tactical grade IMU from Honeywell containing ring-laser gyros and servo accelerometers.
With a Gyro Bias of 5 degrees per hour, the economical HG1700 AG62 offers good performance.
The HG1700 AG62 is available in the Universal IMU Enclosure (shown) or the SPAN HG Enclosure.

Weight: 4.5 kg
SPAN IMU Enclosure

Weight: 3.4 kg
Power
8W 8W <3 W Consumption
ITAR Commercial ITAR Export Control
100 Hz 200 Hz 100 Hz Data Rate
5.0 deg/hr 2.0 deg/hr 5.0 deg/hr Gyro Bias

IMU SPECS
RLG FOG MEMS Gyro Technology
+ + Available as OEM
0.012 0.015 0.010 Roll
0.012 0.015 0.010 Pitch

RTK2
0.035 0.035 0.030 Heading
0.004 0.005 0.005 Roll
0.004 0.005 0.005 Pitch

Post Processed3
0.009 0.017 0.011 Heading

1. When SPAN is in RTK mode.

Computed with respect to full GPS, RTK trajectory.

SPAN PERFORMANCE
Entry Level Performance IMUs
OEM615™ IMU-CPT
Stand alone IMU with the same form factor as our SPAN-CPT containing fiber optic gyros and MEMS
accelerometers.
Made entirely of commercially available components, the IMU-CPT reduces cross border difficulties when
operating in multiple countries.
Dimensions: 152 x 168 x 89 mm Weight: 2.29 kg
OEM615™ IMU-IGM
Incorporating a MEMS inertial sensor, the IMU-IGM delivers the smallest and lightest IMU enclosure in our SPAN
product portfolio. There are two IMU-IGM models available:
IMU-IGM-A1 contains an ADIS-16488 IMU to provide our most cost effective IMU enclosure.
IMU-IGM-S1 contains a STIM300 IMU to deliver our smallest tactical grade IMU enclosure.
Dimensions: 152 x 137 x 51 mm Weight: 475 g (A1), 500 g (S1)
OEM615™ OEM-STIM300
MEMS IMU from Sensonor. Features low noise gyros and accelerometers in a small, light weight, environmentally
sealed enclosure. It enables precision measurements for applications that require low cost, high performance and
rugged durability in a small form factor. When integrated with NovAtel’s SPAN technology, this IMU is ideal for
airborne and ground applications that require accurate 3D position, velocity and attitude (roll, pitch and azimuth)
data.
The OEM-STIM300 requires a NovAtel MEMS Interface Card (MIC) to integrate with NovAtel GNSS receivers.
Dimensions: 39 x 45 x 22 mm Weight: 55 g
OEM638™ OEM-HG1930
Small, economical MEMS IMU manufactured by Honeywell. Provides tactical grade performance for unmanned
vehicles and other commercial and/or military guidance applications.
The OEM-HG1930 requires a NovAtel MEMS Interface Card (MIC) to integrate with NovAtel GNSS receivers.
Dimensions: 64.8 mm dia max x 35.7 mm h max Weight: 200 g
OEM615™ OEM-ADIS-16488
MEMS IMU from Analog Devices. Features low noise gyros and accelerometers in a small, light weight and rugged,
environmentally sealed enclosure. Enables precision measurements for applications that require low cost, high
performance and rugged durability in a very small form factor.
The OEM-ADIS-16488 requires a NovAtel MEMS Interface Card (MIC) to integrate with NovAtel GNSS receivers.
Dimensions: 47 x 44 x 14 mm Weight: 48 g
S1
A1
Power
<3 W <4.6 W 2.5 W 13 W (max) Consumption
Commercial ITAR Commercial Commercial Commercial Commercial Export Control
200 Hz 100 Hz 125 Hz 125 Hz 200 Hz 100 Hz Data Rate
5.0 deg/hr4 1.0 deg/hr4 0.5 deg/hr4 0.5 deg/hr4 5.0 deg/hr4 1.0 deg/hr4 Gyro Bias Stability
720.0 deg/hr 20.0 deg/hr 250.0 deg/hr 250.0 deg/hr 720.0 deg/hr 20.0 deg/hr
IMU SPECS
Turn on Bias
MEMS MEMS MEMS MEMS MEMS FOG Gyro Technology
+ + + Available as OEM
0.035 0.060 0.015 0.015 0.035 0.020 Roll
0.035 0.060 0.015 0.015 0.035 0.020 Pitch

RTK2
0.150 0.100 0.080 0.080 0.150 0.060 Heading
0.012 0.007 0.006 0.006 0.012 0.008 Roll
0.012 0.007 0.006 0.006 0.012 0.008 Pitch

0.074 0.014 0.019 0.019 0.074 0.035 Heading

Post Processed3
ACCURACY (DEGREES)1 RMS

Computed with GPS, RTK trajectory.

4. Values are in-run bias stability figures.
1. When SPAN is in RTK mode. Based on 0 seconds outage duration.
SPAN PERFORMANCE
Contact Information
TELEPHONE
General 403-295-4900
Fax 403-295-4901
US & Canada 1-800-NOVATEL (1-800-668-2835)
China 0086-21-68882300
Europe 44-1993-848-736
SE Asia & Australia 61-400-883-601
ADDRESS
NovAtel Inc. 1120 - 68th Avenue N.E.

Calgary, Alberta, Canada
T2E 8S5
WEB
Main site www.novatel.com

SPAN information www.novatel.com/span
Waypoint information www.novatel.com/waypoint
Sales offices www.novatel.com/sales
NovAtel Dealers www.novatel.com/where-to-buy/dealers
E-MAIL
sales@novatel.com support@novatel.com
Version 14 Specifications subject to change without notice.

©2016 NovAtel Inc. All rights reserved.
SPAN, ALIGN, Waypoint, NovAtel, Inertial Explorer, OEM6 and OEMV are registered
trademarks of NovAtel Inc.
FlexPak6, FlexPak-S, ProPak6, OEM615, OEM617, OEM625S, OEM628, OEM638,
SPAN-CPT, SPAN-IGM-A1, SPAN-IGM-S1, IMU-CPT, IMU-FSAS, IMU-IGM-A1 and
IMU-IGM-S1 are trademarks of NovAtel Inc.
Refer to www.novatel.com for the latest specifications.
Printed in Canada
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Tightly Coupled GNSS+INS Technology Performance for

options are available to meet accuracy and size requirements

for nearly any application.

For comprehensive SPAN information, visit

How SPAN works

When combined, the two navigation techniques augment and enhance

SPAN OEM Receiver Boards

Dimensions: 152 x 168 x 89 mm

Dimensions: 152 x 142 x 51 mm

Dimensions: 152 x 142 x 51 mm

1. Requires OEM6.400 firmware or higher

Horizontal Position Error (m)

Duration of Outage (s)

3D Velocity Error (m/s)

Duration of Outage (s)

Duration of Outage (s)

1. When SPAN is in RTK mode. Based on 0 seconds outage duration.

Dimensions: 180 x 150 x 137 mm

Universal IMU Enclosure

SPAN IMU Enclosure

OEM615™ HG1700 AG58

Universal IMU Enclosure

Dimensions: 128 x 128 x 104 mm

Varies ITAR ITAR Commercial Export Control

200 Hz 100 Hz 200 Hz 200 Hz Data Rate

FOG RLG FOG FOG Gyro Technology

0.008 0.010 0.010 0.007 Roll

0.008 0.010 0.010 0.007 Pitch

0.023 0.021 0.020 0.010 Heading

0.004 0.005 0.005 0.003 Roll

0.004 0.005 0.005 0.003 Pitch

0.013 0.008 0.007 0.004 Heading

1. When SPAN is in RTK mode.

Computed with respect to full GPS, RTK trajectory.

Dimensions: 92.7 mm dia max x 79.1 mm h

Dimensions: 88.9 mm dia max x 73.7 mm h

OEM615™ HG1700 AG62

Universal IMU Enclosure

SPAN IMU Enclosure

ITAR Commercial ITAR Export Control

100 Hz 200 Hz 100 Hz Data Rate

5.0 deg/hr 2.0 deg/hr 5.0 deg/hr Gyro Bias

RLG FOG MEMS Gyro Technology

0.012 0.015 0.010 Roll

0.012 0.015 0.010 Pitch

0.035 0.035 0.030 Heading

0.004 0.005 0.005 Roll

0.004 0.005 0.005 Pitch

0.009 0.017 0.011 Heading

1. When SPAN is in RTK mode.

Computed with respect to full GPS, RTK trajectory.

Dimensions: 152 x 168 x 89 mm Weight: 2.29 kg

Dimensions: 152 x 137 x 51 mm Weight: 475 g (A1), 500 g (S1)

Dimensions: 64.8 mm dia max x 35.7 mm h max Weight: 200 g

Commercial ITAR Commercial Commercial Commercial Commercial Export Control

200 Hz 100 Hz 125 Hz 125 Hz 200 Hz 100 Hz Data Rate

MEMS MEMS MEMS MEMS MEMS FOG Gyro Technology

0.035 0.060 0.015 0.015 0.035 0.020 Roll

0.035 0.060 0.015 0.015 0.035 0.020 Pitch

0.150 0.100 0.080 0.080 0.150 0.060 Heading

0.012 0.007 0.006 0.006 0.012 0.008 Roll

0.012 0.007 0.006 0.006 0.012 0.008 Pitch